2002 Toyota FCHV 5 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, both 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 and 2002 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,981 cc, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 (353 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Toyota FCHV 5 2002 Volkswagen Bora
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model FCHV 5 Bora
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2981 cc 1594 cc
Horse Power 190 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 148 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1701 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 2720 mm 4380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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